The SAILOR mini-C solutions are designed to minimize the airtime traffic you need to pay for. As one of the few solutions on the market the built-in Vessel Monitoring System allows event based position reporting. This means that the solution only transmits when it is truly necessary. At the same time the SAILOR mini-C provides the owner with a range of other useful applications for the technology - such as e-mail, free Enhanced Group Call reception and Inmarsat-C maritime distress.

Small, discreet and easy to install
The SAILOR mini-C products from Thrane & Thrane are the world's first mini-C tracking solutions. They consist of one small integrated unit housing a 12-channel GPS receiver, Inmarsat-C antenna and transceiver. Fully sealed and water proof, the mini-C is designed and approved for maritime installations. Yet, it weighs only 1.1 kg and measures 16 cm in diameter. This means it is very easy to fit, cabling costs are low, and weak links in the installation are minimized. The result is a reliable and cost efficient tracking and safety solution.

The basics
The SAILOR mini-C solutions offer three types of basic functions: Data Reporting, Polling and Two-way Messaging.

* Data Reporting
With built-in GPS receiver the SAILOR mini-C always keeps track. The position information is transmitted to the on shore recipients in short data reports via the Inmarsat-C network. The intervals between reports may be determined by a fixed schedule, by certain events, or by remote polling from i.e. the monitoring authority. A standard data report contains information about latitude, longitude, speed, course, time, date as well as the SAILOR mini-C identity number. However, the data report package can be tailored to suit even the most specific needs: With Vessel Monitoring System (VMS) – or automatic event based reporting – the SAILOR mini-C will append additional data of what generated the report.

*Polling
Polling allows configuration and control of the SAILOR mini-C from the shore. The monitoring authority can request an instant position report or change the data reporting intervals by a single command. You can also change and maintain the SAILOR mini-C’s VMS configuration from afar. And you can do it all either one ship at a time or an entire fleet at once.

*Two-Way Messaging
Inmarsat-C makes it possible to send and receive different types of text messages. Install the free easyMail program on a pc connected to the SAILOR mini-C, and you are all set to receive Enhanced Group Calls or send catch reports at all times. You can also exchange e-mails, SMS, fax, telex and special messages to other Inmarsat-C or mini-C terminals.